Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad

Published on October 24, 2019
Duration: 11:09

This video reviews the Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad shotgun cartridge, focusing on its performance as an eco-friendly alternative to lead and plastic wads. The presenter details pattern tests at various distances, discusses the cartridge's ballistics compared to lead, and evaluates its environmental impact, particularly the biodegradability of the fibre wad. Practical hunting experience with duck and pigeons is also shared, highlighting the cartridge's killing capacity.

Quick Summary

The Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad cartridge offers an eco-friendly alternative with a biodegradable fibre wad, providing a higher pellet count than lead and comparable pattern density. While not water-soluble, the wad degrades over time. It performs effectively in hunting, delivering clean kills, though some minor pattern inconsistencies and wad ejection variations may occur.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Support
  2. 00:06The Future of Lead Shot & Alternatives
  3. 00:20Introducing Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad
  4. 00:47Cartridge Specifications: 32g Steel
  5. 01:18Steel vs. Lead Energy & Distance
  6. 01:26Cartridge Components: Primer, Powder, Wad
  7. 01:38The Fibre Shot Cup Explained
  8. 02:03Cartridge Size & Firearm Compatibility
  9. 02:24Semi-Auto Cycling Performance
  10. 02:34Fibre Wad Biodegradability Test
  11. 03:35Eco-Friendly Aspects of Fibre Wads
  12. 04:05Eco-Friendly Steel Shot Cartridge
  13. 04:15Practical Hunting Experience
  14. 05:00Pattern Plate Testing Setup
  15. 05:3530 Yard Pattern Test Results
  16. 05:4840 Yard Pattern Test Results
  17. 06:25Close Range Test (20 Yards)
  18. 06:44Wad Ejection Analysis (Slow-Mo)
  19. 07:17Give and Take of Fibre Wads
  20. 07:49Cartridge Pricing
  21. 08:04Final 20 Yard Pattern Test
  22. 08:4655 Yard Pattern Test Results
  23. 09:16Consistency Through Different Guns
  24. 09:41Exciting Times for Ammunition Alternatives
  25. 10:02A Viable Option for Steel Bus
  26. 10:16Unbelievable in Practice
  27. 10:31Future Wild Duck Hunt Preview
  28. 10:46Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key advantages of the Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad cartridge?

The primary advantage is its eco-friendliness, utilizing a biodegradable fibre wad. It also offers a higher pellet count than lead and performs well in practical hunting scenarios, delivering clean kills. The price is also competitive compared to other non-toxic shot options.

How does the Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad compare to lead shot in terms of pellet count and pattern density?

A 32-gram load of Gamebore Silver Steel contains approximately 220 pellets, compared to about 190 for 32 grams of lead. This higher pellet count translates to a pattern density comparable to a 37-gram lead load.

What are the potential drawbacks of the Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad cartridges?

Some drawbacks include potential inconsistencies in wad ejection, where the wad may shred rather than stay intact. There can also be minor pattern inconsistencies with small pockets at longer ranges, and the 3-inch cartridge may not be compatible with all 2 3/4 inch chambers.

Is the fibre wad in the Gamebore Silver Steel cartridge truly biodegradable?

While not water-soluble, the fibre wad does soften and begin to degrade after about 10 days in water, suggesting it has a lower environmental impact over time compared to plastic wads. The only trace left is degraded cardboard.

How does the Gamebore Silver Steel Fibre Wad perform in real-world hunting situations?

In practical hunting, the cartridges have proven effective, delivering stone-dead kills on ducks at 30 yards and performing well on pigeons and crows. The recoil is comparable to premium loads, and the killing capacity is considered excellent.

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